After updating most of its eligible smartphones to Android 12, Samsung has now added the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (2021) to the list.

For the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite (SM-T225), Samsung is now deploying Android 12-based One UI 4.1 in Germany and Hong Kong. The firmware version T225XXU1BVGB marks the update. Additionally, the security patch from July 2022 is also included in the update. The update is expected to hit other regions soon.

The update brings a bunch of new features and improvements over the Android 11 operating system. These include changes to the user interface to facilitate better reachability and one-hand usability. Material You-based theming is also present in the update along with redesigned widgets for the home screen.

In addition, One UI 4.1 brings greater privacy features, a better Camera experience, more robust photo, and video editing capabilities, better sharing options, and a tonne of enhancements to Samsung apps like Calendar, Samsung Internet, Device Care, Samsung Keyboard, and more. Other than that, the update brings better accessibility features, an improved Dark Mode, simpler display brightness control, and improved game optimization services (GOS).

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Last month, Samsung officially launched its Galaxy Tab S7 FE and the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in Europe. Now, just days after the official announcement, the South Korean giant is all set to launch the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in the Indian market.

The tablet has been listed on Amazon India with a ‘Coming Soon’ tag. The listing doesn’t reveal much about this upcoming device but it seems that the tablet will be available for purchase soon after the announcement by Samsung.

As the name indicates, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is a watered-down variant of the Galaxy Tab A7. It features an 8.7-inch LCD display with 1340 x 800 pixels screen resolution and a 2-megapixel f/2.2 camera sensor on the front.

On the back, there’s an 8-megapixel snapper with an f/2.0 aperture. Underneath, the device is powered by MediaTek Helio P22T chipset and comes in two memory variants — 3GB RAM with 32GB storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB storage. There’s also a microSD card slot for expanding the storage capacity up to 1TB.

There’s an audio jack, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth 5.0, and Wi-Fi. It works seamlessly with other Samsung Galaxy devices such as earbuds and phones. Users can easily switch their Galaxy Buds from one device to another; receive calls, send and receive messages on their Galaxy Tab even if their phone is not nearby.

It runs the Android 11 operating system out-of-the-box and is powered by a 5,100mAh battery that supports 15W Adaptive Fast Charging. The device comes in two variants — Wi-Fi and LTE but it remains to be seen if both the variants are launched in India.

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Last month, Evan Blass shared a render of the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. Today he has shared yet another render of the upcoming tablet.

The latest render shared by Evan Blass on Voice appears in Silver Color. Apart from the obvious paint job, the design of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite looks the same as the render shared before. At the back, we have a single camera (without LED flash) and a Samsung branding at the bottom.

The back panel is said to have a slim metal design. Upfront, we see the thick bezels surrounding the display more clearly now. What else is more visible is that, at the bottom, we can see a Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Also, there are two cutouts at the center below the earpiece on top. One of them is the front camera while the other could be the proximity/ambient light sensor. Speaking of the front, the display is said to be 8.4-inches(or 8.7-inches) in size.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite render (Silver), Credit: Evan Blass / VoiceWhile the type of panel isn’t confirmed, we can expect it to be LCD as it is most likely launching as a budget tablet. Under the hood, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite is said to feature a MediaTek Helio P22T chipset paired with an IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU.

The device has already appeared on FCC, Bluetooth SIG, and China’s TENAA certifications. Other expected specs include 3GB RAM, Bluetooth 5.0 for connectivity, 5,100mAh battery, and run Android 11 OS. It is expected to launch in June 2021 in global markets including Europe.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 is one of the best-selling Android tablets available in the market when it comes to the mid-range category and now the company seems to be focusing on the budget segment with the launch of a ‘Lite’ variant of the same.

Recently, it was claimed that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite tablet will be launched in the month of June. Ahead of the launch, the device has now passed through the TENAA certification process, revealing some details about the device.

Based on the images surfaced online through the TENAA listing, the device features the same design as the Galaxy Tab A7. It is similar to the render of the tablet recently shared by Evan Blass on Twitter.

Earlier, it was revealed that the tablet will have an 8.4-inch LCD panel. The leak also adds that the device could be powered by the MediaTek Helio P22T chipset, coupled with 3 GB of RAM. It will come packed with a 5,100mAh battery and run the Android 11 operating system. There are also cameras on the front and back, without LED flash.

The device has also bagged FCC certification and it was approved by the Bluetooth SIG body last month. The FCC appearance did not reveal any information, but its Bluetooth listing only revealed that it carries support for Bluetooth 5.0.

A report also claims that the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite could be launched along with the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite which is expected to come in three variants — Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, and 5G. It is expected to come with multiple color options — Black, Silver, Pink, and Green.

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A few days back, a Samsung tablet with model number SM-T225 was certified by FCC. This tablet was even spotted on Geekbench in late January. Now, it has made its appearance on Bluetooth SIG as well. The product’s listing confirms it to go official as Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.

Last year, Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab A7 as a budget tablet for everyday use. In February, a leak revealed that the South Korean tech giant will be releasing a toned-down variant of this tablet called Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in June 2021.

Now, thanks to Bluetooth certification (Bluetooth 5.0), we now know that the upcoming Galaxy Tab A7 Lite will be none other than the Samsung tablet with model number SM-T225. We even guessed the same when this tablet was spotted on FCC earlier this week.

According to previous reports, the tablet will flaunt an 8.7-inch display. It will feature a slim design with a metal unibody construction. The product will be targeted at customers looking for one-handed usage and immersive entertainment.

Further, this ODM-made tablet will be powered by MediaTek Helio P22T (aka P22 Tab) SoC. The chipset will be coupled with 3GB RAM. It will be capable of scoring around 810 points and 3439 points in Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core tests respectively.

Other features of the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite will include a single rear camera, a front-facing camera, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port. Last but not least, it will run Android 11 and will be backed by a 5,100mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging.

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In late January 2021, a Samsung tablet with model number SM-T225 was spotted on Geekbench. The listing revealed the chipset, RAM capacity, and operating system of the mysterious Galaxy Tab. Now, a little over a month later, this tablet has been certified by FCC.

The FCC certification (via GoAndroid) of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab SM-T225 does not disclose much about this tablet. Except for the fact that it is an ODM (Huaqin Telecom Technology Co., Ltd.) product with support for WiFi, Bluetooth, and LTE. 

But the listing mentions the tablet to be backed by a battery manufactured by SCUD (Fujian) Electronics Co., Ltd. Searching its model number HQ-3565S on TÜV Rheinland we found it to have a capacity of 5,100mAh. Also, the tablet will be shipping with an EP-TA200 adapter, which is nothing but Samsung’s 15W Adaptive Fast Charging charger.

Further, the sketch meant for label location exposes the rear design. The design looks similar to that of the recently leaked Galaxy Tab A7 Lite and Galaxy Tab A 8.4″ (2021). We think the SM-T225 cannot be the latter as its 3.5mm headphone jack sits at the bottom and not at the top, as on the Galaxy Tab 8.4″ (2021).

Hence, there’s a high chance that the Samsung Galaxy Tab SM-T225 could be the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite with an 8.7-inch display and slim metal design. Lastly, according to Geekbench, it will feature MediaTek Helio P22T (aka P22 Tab) SoC, 3GB RAM, and Android 11.

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Samsung is the only popular Android tablet OEM apart from Huawei. Whereas, other well-known smartphone makers have left this category. According to a new leak, the South Korean tech giant will be releasing two new lite models of its premium Galaxy Tab S7 and budget Galaxy Tab A7 later this year.

Last year, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite as a mid-range productivity tablet. It is expected to get a successor in the form of Galaxy Tab S7 Lite, as per a new leak. This model could also become the company’s cheapest 5G tablet to date.

Similarly, there will be a budget tablet called Galaxy Tab A7 Lite as well. It is reported to be a smaller counterpart of the currently popular Galaxy Tab A7.

According to the images shared by Twitter user WalkingCat (@_h0x0d_), both these tablets will be launching in June 2021. The pictures not only reveal the front design of these upcoming tablets but also some of their highlights.

The Galaxy Tab S7 Lite is said to sport a 12.4-inch display, 5G connectivity, and Galaxy Continuity. For those unaware, the latter feature allows users to use their tablet as a secondary screen for their Galaxy smartphone. On the other hand, the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite will reportedly come with an 8.7-inch display and will be targeted at one-handed usage for immersive entertainment with a slim metal design.

Lastly, according to a previous report by SamMobile, the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite may bear the model numbers SM-T730, SM-T735, and SM-T736B / SM-T736N for the WiFi-only, 4G, and 5G variants respectively.

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The year 2021 has just begun but Samsung has already launched a bunch of smartphones, including the Galaxy S21 series. Now, it seems like the company is gearing up to release its first tablets of 2021 as one of them has been spotted on Geekbench revealing certain specs.

This upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab will come with model number SM-T225. According to its Geekbench listing, it will be powered by MediaTek MT8768WT chipset.

For those unaware, this rare SoC is known as MediaTek Helio P22T (aka P22 Tab). This silicon is found inside the Lenovo Tab M10 FHD Plus (2nd Gen). 

Further, the forthcoming Samsung tablet will feature 3GB RAM and thankfully, it will run Android 11, unlike some recently launched budget Galaxy smartphones.

Nothing else is known about this Galaxy Tab, apart from the above-mentioned features and its Geekbench score, which happens to be 810 points and 3439 points for single core and multi-core tests respectively.

That said, the Samsung SM-T225 could be the Galaxy Tab A 8.4” (2021) whose 3D CAD renders were leaked earlier. But we think that the chances are low as last year’s Galaxy Tab A 8.4” (2020) features the model number SM-T307, which is larger. So this one could be a cheaper model instead.

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